Winter is genuinely one of the best times to switch up your colour. You're spending less time in the sun, which means richer, deeper tones last longer and don't fade as fast. If you've been thinking about making a change, now is the time.
Here's what our stylists at Reveal Mount Maunganui are loving this season.
Chocolate brunette
Rich, warm, glossy chocolate brown is having a serious moment and honestly it's not hard to see why. It's flattering on almost everyone, it photographs beautifully and it has that expensive, just-done quality that lasts well between appointments. Whether you're going all over or just deepening and enriching what you already have, this one is worth asking about. Think melted chocolate, not flat brown.
Lived-in colour
The era of high-maintenance colour that needs a salon visit every six weeks is fading. Lived-in colour - soft roots, seamless grow-out, natural movement - is what most clients actually want and it's exactly what our L'Oréal Professionnel colour work delivers. The key is a technique that works with your natural base rather than against it. Low maintenance doesn't mean low effort - it just means the effort is front-loaded so you can enjoy it for longer.
Warm caramel and butterscotch tones
If you're a natural blonde or light brunette and want warmth without going darker, caramel and butterscotch tones are your winter answer. Sun-kissed but make it cosy. These tones sit beautifully against winter skin and add dimension without a dramatic change. A balayage refresh or a few face-framing pieces is often all it takes.
Espresso and mocha tones
On the deeper end, espresso and mocha are two shades we're seeing a lot of right now. They're rich without being flat, they have warmth running through them and they feel very right for the season. If you've been thinking about going darker this is a strong direction - and winter is the ideal time to commit to it.
Cherry and auburn
For the clients who want something with a bit more personality, cherry and auburn tones are a strong winter move. Not a full red - think a warm brunette with a red undertone that catches the light rather than announces itself. Subtle enough for work, interesting enough to get a compliment. Our stylists are doing some beautiful work in this space right now using the L'Oréal Professionnel colour range.
Root smudging and shadow roots
If you've got highlights or balayage and the grow-out is bothering you, root smudging is the technique that makes it look intentional. A darker tone is blended through the root area to create a soft, natural shadow that means you can go longer between full appointments without looking like you've missed one. Smart, low-maintenance and genuinely good-looking.
What to ask for at your appointment
The best colour results come from a proper conversation before anything goes on your hair. Our stylists will always talk you through what will work with your natural base, your skin tone and how much maintenance you want to commit to. If you've seen something you like - on Instagram, Pinterest, anywhere - screenshot it and bring it in. Pictures do more work than words when it comes to colour.
Book a colour appointment at Reveal Mount Maunganui online at revealyou.co.nz or call us on 07 543 1771.
Not sure what direction to go? Book a free hair consultation first and we'll work it out together.
